Classification (HAGRID: 03217)

Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits

Maximum longevity

Not yet established

Observations

Despite anecdotal reports that these animals live up to 16.5 years, the record longevity in captivity is 12.2 years [0671]. Further studies are necessary to establish the maximum longevity of this species.

Life history traits (averages)

Female sexual maturity

265 days

Male sexual maturity

365 days

Gestation

120 days

Weaning

Litter size

1.3 (viviparous)

Litters per year

2

Inter-litter interval

Weight at birth

14.1 g

Weight at weaning

Adult weight

146.8 g

Postnatal growth rate

Metabolism

No information on metabolism is available.

References

[0671] Richard Weigl (2005), Longevity of Mammals in Captivity; from the Living Collections of the World